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From Camera Department to Director's Chair: How to Make Your First Indie Film

*Today's episode is brought to you by InkTip, a trusted cornerstone of the independent film industry, connecting talented filmmakers with visionary screenwriters. With thousands of scripts optioned and more than 400 movies brought to life, they are here to help turn your next project into a reality. Head to InkTip.com to learn more.* What does it take to transition from behind the camera to the director's chair? In this inspiring conversation, Jihane Mrad Balaa shares her remarkable 20-year journey from Lebanese immigrant to working on major shows like American Horror Story, 9-1-1, and Bumblebee—before finally making the leap to directing her own feature film. Jihane opens up about: ✨ Why being "normal and pleasant" is her secret to success in Hollywood 🎬 How she found her feature film script on InkTip 💪 The harsh realities of producing your first independent film 🎥 Shooting a murder mystery feature in 10 days 👥 What she learned observing 50+ directors—both good and bad 🚀 How diversity hiring became her "foot in the door" and why she embraced it This conversation is packed with honest, tactical advice for anyone looking to transition between departments or produce their first project. Whether you're a camera operator dreaming of directing, a PA trying to move up, or a filmmaker seeking financing, Jihane's story proves that with persistence, positivity, and the right partnerships, anything is possible. 2:46 Transition to Directing 3:36 Journey from Lebanon to the U.S. 6:05 Early Career in Miami 9:04 Breaking into the Industry 14:22 Challenges as a Female Director 17:15 Navigating the Politics of Production 18:23 Learning from Experience 21:03 Inktip & Directorial Debut 26:24 The Reality of Producing 29:48 Finding Financing 32:16 Reflecting on the Production Process 40:20 Returning to 9-1-1 43:01 Respecting All Roles in Production 44:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections AOP SUBSTACK 📫 Musings, Mixers, Workshops, and Exclusive Content https://angleonproducers.substack.com/ JOIN AOP PATREON   / angleonproducers   LISTEN TO THE SHOW Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6UBux9R... iTunes: https://apple.co/3FDyhmC JOIN THE AOP COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram: /   / carolinagroppa   |   / angleonproducers   📱 TikTok: /   / carolina_groppa   👩🏻‍💻 LinkedIn: / bit.ly/2BqHs8L QUESTIONS ❔Answering your questions on Tuesdays in our newsletter! Submit here: [email protected]